27,463 observationsLeast Concern
Ruff
Calidris pugnax
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Scolopacidae ›Genus: Calidris
About
The ruff (Calidris pugnax) is a medium-sized wading bird that breeds in marshes and wet meadows across northern Eurasia. This highly gregarious sandpiper is migratory and sometimes forms huge flocks in its winter grounds, which include southern and western Europe, Africa, southern Asia and Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Ruff is Calidris pugnax.
- Ruff belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Ruff belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Ruff belongs to the class Aves.
- Ruff belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
- Ruff belongs to the family Scolopacidae.
- Ruff belongs to the genus Calidris.